OBITUARY

Richard Eric Ellis

July 8, 1957 – September 13, 2014

Richard Eric Ellis Sr. "Blue" passed away Saturday, September 13, 2014. He was born July 8, 1957 in Charlotte, NC, the son of Wilson Darel and Mary Catherine Ellis.
Eric served in the US Navy and remained a loyal patriot throughout his lifetime. He was a loving, kind and giving person who never met a stranger. Eric was known for his bear hugs and warm smiles. He loved his grandkids and they cherished their time with him. He enjoyed Nascar, motorcycles and time with his family; he took pride in his profession--driving for Wilson Trucking.
Visitation will be on Wednesday, September 17, 2014 from 2:30 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. with a service to celebrate Eric's life at 3:30 at Forest Lawn West Funeral & Cremation Service, 4601 Freedom Drive, Charlotte, NC.
Richard is survived by son, Rick; daughters, Alisha and Bethany; sisters, Jan and husband Bob and Judy and husband Mike; brother, Darel; girlfriend, Crystal and grandchildren,Aryanna, Jason, Justin, Naomi, Brennon and Amiyah.

REMEMBERING

Richard Eric Ellis

Allison Tomek

So sorry to hear of Blue's passing he was a great guy. He will be missed.

John Fields

September 22, 2014

We will miss you Eric. We loved your free spirit and great sense of humor. One day, I will share your "coin on the pool table" trick with my kids.

Shirley Blizzard

September 19, 2014

Blue I am so sorry to hear of your passing you will always be remembered in our hearts your hugs and that big beautiful smile it's been a long time since we've worked together at Belknap rest in peace and we'll see you again

Susan

September 18, 2014

Was sorry to hear about Blues accident. He always wore a smile and will be missed by many women at many trucks stops across the miles. He usually had a surprise when he came through and was a lot of fun. My prayers are with his family. He will be missed !

Brian Kuykendall

September 18, 2014

So sorry to hear about the loss of Blue. I worked with him for a short time at WIlson. He was always upbeat and a pleasure to be around. I would also like to thank him for his service to our country, as he was always so proud to have served in the Navy. Prayers for you and the family at this time. Blue will be sorely missed.

J.R. HODGES

September 18, 2014

I am so sorry about Mr. Ellis. When i would see him in Charlotte he was always friendly and i will remember him fondly. I am praying for the ELLIS family in a special way.ISAIAH. 57:1-22 CORINTHIANS. 4:16-18

Pam collins

September 17, 2014

Blue your family and friends are in our thoughts and prayers I pray God comforts them help them threw the days to come you were sweetest kindest friend you always made us laugh I'm going to miss your smile and our talks I am blessed with beautiful memories and I am at loss for words fly free my Angel your loved and missed by many love Pam and Larry And Dakota and Montana till we meet again in my heart you stay for ever my dear friend

September 17, 2014

I knew Eric when he was a child and his Dad, Wilson, was like a big brother to me.It is obvious that he was just like his Dad.As a teenager I pestered Wilson for rides on his Indian Chief and Katherine when they were dating. I am so sorry for your loss.

Laurie Troxell

September 17, 2014

"My Deepest Sympathy, Prayers and Thoughts", to "Blue's" family and loved ones!! He always knew how to make one laugh, no matter what the circumstances were!! Heaven has endured a wonderful angel!!!

kristine

September 17, 2014

He was the fun dad I never had growing up in my teens. And I'll always have those memories!

Erica Forbes

September 17, 2014

I wasn't lucky enough to have met you, but I can tell what an amazing man you were to have raised such an incredible daughter. My heart hurts for her and the rest of your family. Prayers and warm thoughts to you all!

September 17, 2014

Mr. Ellis as I always called him, was a very kind person, he always spoke when I saw him at work and he always had a smile. You will truly be missed Mr. Ellis. Rest in peace.

joyce finnerty

September 17, 2014

You will be missed...you were a sweet and caring man and I enjoyed working with you at Wilson. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

candy faile

Gail Ellis

September 17, 2014

I've never met a more sincere, loving, caring person. When I needed a smile, you always made me laugh. I'll miss your hugs and laughter. The Ellis Family has another angel to watch over them. I pray I'll see you again someday.

Susan Rose

September 17, 2014

Dear Crystal and Ellis Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so glad I had the opportunity to meet Blue. Such a nice man. God bless and keep you all in His loving care. Susan Miller Rose (Crystal's forever friend/sister)

Robert Shoaf

September 17, 2014

Blue had such a kind sprit about him and he was very professional at work. He took great detail whenever he drove a truck and helped me out finding things that needed work that I missed. He will be missed by all.

Dee Brevard

September 16, 2014

Blue...You will be truly missed at Wilson....I am at such a lost for words. Who is going to tell me I am beautiful everyday now???? You brighten up many of my days when I was feeling down just by our smile and concern about my day. You will be definitely be missed I kept catching myself looking out the window waiting for you to come in with that smile and ask me how are you beautiful. RIP my friend until we meet again!

Linda Flores

September 16, 2014

May God give you strength thru these hard times I'm sure he will be missed.We have a promise found in (Revaluation20:1-4) we're death will no longer happen a we will be able to see are loved ones once again only God can give us this promise no man kind can make this happen. Prayers will be made for your family

Cindy Engel

September 16, 2014

RIP You were a Wonderful Man:

Kevin Sherman

September 16, 2014

Gone But Never Forgotten:RIP Blue:

Howard & Betty Parker

September 16, 2014

Blue, words fail me (that seldom happens).... I just met you a few weeks ago, but Howard and Taylor have known you for a while. In just a few short weeks you became a part of our family, sorry you never got that fried chicken! But you really enjoyed the feast on labor day...in the last few days I have thougt of you sooo often and have really questioned why.....you were such a nice and courtious man, my daughter loved you so very much. You left an impact on this family and if its ok I will continue to think of you and what a blessing you would have been to us.Blue I'll see you in heaven some day and I will bring the FEAST. Go rest high on that mountian. With love Howard & Betty Parker

Jessica Brown

September 16, 2014

You were a very wonderful person and will be missed

Kevin Sherman

September 16, 2014

Blue I will always remember your Bright smile and your laugh....You were such a gentle and caring man..Fly High My Friend until we meet again.....Kevin

September 16, 2014

We are deeply saddened to hear about your loss. We hope that the you receive comfort from the words mentioned at Isaiah 35:6.

Greg Brown

September 16, 2014

Our entire family is saddened by the sudden death of Blue, Please know our Thoughts & Prayers are with his entire family at this time.Greg, Mary, Geoff & Jason

Jimmy Ferguson

September 16, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with Blue's family as the endure these coming days. Blue was a friendly soul and will be missed by many.

Maurice Thompson

September 15, 2014

"Blue" was a good worker and a pleasure to be around. He will be missed

Bigbird

September 15, 2014

Worked with Blue at Wilson. He was a good and kind man. The Big W famliy will miss him.

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